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Richard Yancey Reading Order

7 series Β· 17 books

Richard Yancey is an American novelist known for his engaging blend of suspense, fantasy, and science fiction for young adult readers. With a prolific career spanning from 2003 to 2016, he has penned 17 books across seven series, including the acclaimed Alfred Kropp and The Fifth Wave, as well as standalone novels. His captivating narratives often explore themes of adventure and the supernatural, captivating a wide audience.

Alfred Kropp Series

Complete

3 books (2005–2008)

Start with The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp
The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp
2
The Seal of Solomon
3
Cover of The Thirteenth Skull
The Thirteenth Skull

Anthologies Series

Complete

1 book (2011–2011)

#Title
1
All Good Things Come to an End

Fifth Wave Series

Complete

3 books (2013–2016)

Start with The 5th Wave and read in order.

#Title
1
Cover of The 5th Wave
The 5th Wave
2
Cover of The Infinite Sea
The Infinite Sea
3
Cover of The Last Star
The Last Star

Monstrumologist Series

Complete

4 books (2009–2013)

Start with The Monstrumologist, the first of 4 books in the Monstrumologist series.

#Title
1
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The Monstrumologist
2
Cover of The Curse of the Wendigo
The Curse of the Wendigo
3
Cover of The Isle of Blood
The Isle of Blood
4
The Final Descent

Non-Fiction Series

Complete

1 book (2004–2004)

#Title
1
Cover of Confessions of a Tax Collector
Confessions of a Tax Collector

Standalone Novels Series

Complete

1 book (2003–2003)

#Title
1
Cover of A Burning in Homeland
A Burning in Homeland

Teddy Ruzak Series

Complete

4 books (2006–2011)

Start with The Highly Effective Detective, the first of 4 books in the Teddy Ruzak series.

#Title
1
The Highly Effective Detective
2
Cover of The Highly Effective Detective Goes to the Dogs
The Highly Effective Detective Goes to the Dogs
3
Cover of The Highly Effective Detective Plays the Fool
The Highly Effective Detective Plays the Fool
4
The Highly Effective Detective Crosses the Line

Frequently Asked Questions

How many books has Richard Yancey written?
Richard Yancey has written 17 books across 7 series. Their published works span from 2003 to 2016.
What is the first book in each Richard Yancey series?
Here are the first books in Richard Yancey's series: Alfred Kropp: The Extraordinary Adventures of Alfred Kropp; Fifth Wave: The 5th Wave; Monstrumologist: The Monstrumologist; Teddy Ruzak: The Highly Effective Detective.
What order should I read Richard Yancey's books?
We recommend reading Richard Yancey's series in publication order. Each series can be read independently.
Are Richard Yancey's series complete?
Richard Yancey has 7 completed series.

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